Essentials
- City
- Fergana, Fergana Region, Uzbekistan
- Population
- 300,000
- Internet Speed
- Avg 40-60 Mbps (Fiber available in central districts via Uztelecom)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 USD ≈ 12,500 UZS. Local currency is Uzbekistani Soʻm (UZS).
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for drinking; buy bottled water like 'Silver' or 'Hydrolife' (approx. 4,000 UZS/1.5L)
- Power
- 220V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Beeline or Ucell; 20GB data plans cost approx. 60,000 UZS ($4.80)
- Banking for Expats
- Kapitalbank (Visa/Mastercard issues), Ipak Yuli Bank (Good mobile app)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouses and hotels (Asia Hotel Fergana); Airbnb is limited but growing
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; cards (Humo/UzCard) accepted in supermarkets, cash preferred at bazaars
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb options range from $25–$45/night for central apartments
- Budget Accommodation
- Sakura Guesthouse (approx. $15–$20/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Mustaqillik Avenue (Central park area with plane trees and fountains)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Al-Fraganus Street area (Proximity to cafes, banks, and grocery stores)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- IT Park Fergana (Alisher Navoi St); modern desks, fiber internet, approx. 1,000,000 UZS/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Coffee & Dreams (Mustaqillik Ave); reliable Wi-Fi, power outlets, espresso for 22,000 UZS
- Networking Events
- IT Park Community Meetups (focused on tech and English speaking)
- Social Events for Expats
- Fergana Expats & English Teachers Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Yandex Go (Very affordable; city rides usually $1–$2)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Limited; some local rentals near Central Park (approx. 20,000 UZS/hour)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Karkidon Reservoir (approx. 40 mins drive; popular for swimming and picnics)
- Top Regional Airline
- Uzbekistan Airways (Flights to Tashkent, Namangan)
- Top International Airline
- Turkish Airlines (Direct flights to Istanbul from Fergana International)
- Highway Access
- A373 highway connects Fergana to Tashkent through the Kamchik Pass
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Margilan Railway Station (15 mins from Fergana city center) for 'Afrosiyob' high-speed trains
- Public Transport Passes
- Marshrutkas (minibuses); fixed fare approx. 2,000 UZS paid in cash
- Regional Travel
- Shared taxis to Margilan (5,000 UZS) or Kokand (40,000 UZS)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Fergana Regional Multi-Profile Medical Center
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Fit-n-Fly Studio (Offers yoga and pilates classes)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Olimp Fitness (Modern equipment, monthly pass approx. 350,000 UZS)
- Laundry Services
- Lada Dry Cleaning (Sharaf Rashidov St)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Express24 (Local delivery for most restaurants)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Fergana Plov (Darker, rice is 'Devzira'); try at 'Osh Markazi'
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Traktir (European options) or Greek Salad at most local 'Chaykhanas'
- Best Dessert Spots
- Cake Lab (Modern pastries and cakes)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Fergana Central Bazaar (Dehqon Bozor) for fresh produce
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Uzum Market (Fast delivery, similar to Amazon)
- Grocery Delivery
- Korzinka Go (Grocery app for Korzinka supermarket chain)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Central area near Asia Hotel (limited nightlife; mostly hotel bars)
- Local Brewery
- Fergana Brewery (locally produced Pulsar and Sarbast lager)
- Wine Bars
- Limited; high-end hotels like Taj Mahal have wine selections
- Street Food Stalls
- Samsa stalls near the Bazaar (approx. 6,000 UZS per samsa)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Sultan Saray (Turkish cuisine); Burgers at 'Street 77'
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Fergana Regional Museum
- Museums & Art Venues
- Fergana Art Gallery
- Historical Sites
- Governor's House (Russian Imperial architecture)
- Religious Sites
- Juma Mosque (Margilan area)
- Annual Events
- Atlas Bayrami (Traditional Silk Festival in nearby Margilan, Sept/Oct)
- Cultural Districts
- Margilan Silk Factory 'Yodgorlik' (20 mins away)
- Theater Venues
- Fergana Regional Theater of Musical Drama
- Local Markets
- Kumtepa Bazaar (Best for textiles, Sundays and Thursdays)
- Music Scene
- Traditional Shashmaqam music at local cultural centers
- Street Art
- Soviet-era mosaics on government and apartment buildings
- Cooking Classes
- Handmade Plov workshops available at local guesthouses like Sakura
- Art Galleries
- Various ceramics workshops in nearby Rishtan (45 mins away)
- Historic Buildings
- Military Officers' Assembly (Central Park)
- Local Heritage
- Adras and Atlas silk weaving traditions
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Fergana Valley Mountains (Tien Shan foothills)
- National Parks Nearby
- Zaamin National Park (approx. 4-5 hours drive away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Central Park (Al-Fraganus Park) walking loops
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The road to Shahimardan (enclave with alpine lakes)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Wetlands near the Syr Darya river
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Karkidon Reservoir camping zones
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Fargo.uz or BTS Express
- Tech Repair Services
- Master Mobile Repair (near Central Bazaar)
- Table Tennis Spots
- IT Park Fergana recreation zone
- Language Classes
- Innovative Centre (English and Uzbek courses)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Al-Fraganus Regional Library
- Community Centers
- Barkamol Avlod (Youth center)
- Gaming Lounges
- PlayStation zones found in Al-Fraganus St cellar lounges
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Illegal in Uzbekistan; no legal casinos
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $600 per m² ($24,000 for 40 m²)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $450 per m² ($18,000 for 40 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $550 per m² ($33,000 for 60 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $400 per m² ($24,000 for 60 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $500 per m² ($40,000 for 80 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $350 per m² ($28,000 for 80 m²)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (Standard rate)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 5% for residents and non-residents (subject to treaties)
- Tax System
- Residency-based; 183 days rule applies for tax residency
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 12% (Flat rate for individuals)
- VAT
- 12%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No strict CFC rules currently implemented
- Property Tax
- Yes, based on inventory value (very low for individuals)
- Property Transaction Tax
- State duty applied based on contract price (approx. 0.5-2%)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- IT Visa scheme offers 0% personal income tax for IT and remote workers under specific IT Park programs